John DOIG Obituary

Deepest sympathy for your loss. John was a wonderful, caring person who guided two of our children safely into the world. You will be remembered fondly.

Farewell to an incredibly talented Obstetrician/Gynaecologist who made me feel like I was his only patient. His incredibly kind and compassionate treatment made me feel safe and cared for. I also had the immense pleasure in later years, to work alongside john in operating theatre and fondly remember his beautiful singing voice, his humour and quick wit. It has been a privilege and a pleasure knowing him. My deepest sympathies to Susan, family and extended family at this sad time.May the love of family and friends get you through this sad time.
Kindest Regards
Gayle Bennett

John, I will never forget those days working with you when you first set up your practice at Milford Chambers 30 years ago.Your loving care of all those patients quickly made you the most sort after O & G in Chch but it didn't matter how busy we were it was always a pleasure to work with you no matter how late in the day we finished. A truly special man who could always laugh and see the bright side of everything.
Since then you have been a wonderful friend to me and my husband since I moved to Wellington.
Susie, you have been so brave over the last few weeks and the most wonderful and perfect wife that John could ever have had.
With love

A kind & talented gentleman who touched the lives of many. RIP

My sincere condolences to John's family.John was great to work for and helped set up the clinic in Invercargill which is a great success.I have had so many condolences from ladies and families from Invercargill which he has cared for and helped. Regards Alida Invercargill Oxford Clinic Southern Cross

Our deepest sympathy to you, Suzie and all of your family. We missed out on that dinner Fid was planning eh. Our memories are very fond of a really good man. Our thoughts are with you tomorrow as you bid a public farewell. Antoinette (Sunderland) and Doug Baker and family.

Dearest John,
It was an absolute privilege to work with and for you, you are one of lives true gentlemen. I will always be very proud to say John Doig was one of my friends. Rest in peace John. I miss those squeezy hugs already.Deepest Sympathy to Suzie and Family.Love (Janny)Jan Bergin Oxford Clinic Women's Health

John gave me back a quality of life, he gave me hope, and he gave me a family. He was not just a doctor; he was a gentleman and a friend. When I heard of John's passing my thoughts went to John's family who he was so looking forward to spending his retirement with, John's lovely nurse Sue and all of his colleagues who just adored him, and the many people I have met over the years who have told me their story of how John touched their lives. I am going to remember John as he was when I saw him looking so happy - proudly walking up the Royal Mile in Edinburgh during the great Clan Gathering, dashing in a kilt, and proudly bearing the Doig banner. Thank you to all the Doig family for sharing your beloved John with us. My thoughts are with you and all who loved the great man.

Very sad to hear the news of John's passing, such a loved man by so many. I first saw John at age 14 and he performed four of my operations for endomentriosis, a great surgeon and friend. The best in his field with so much compassion. He achieved so much in his life. All my love to the family xoxo

John you helped so many women with your caring words and specialist support. Thank you for the precious joy of two beautiful children.

John was an amazing man who could ease a situation with his warm words and understanding. Knowing him professionally and as one of his many patients, I will always remember his beautiful voice as he sang me to sleep before my surgery. A true gentleman, and a" Jewel" in the crown of life. Rest in peace John

Our sincerest condolences. We have two beautiful healthy daughters because of John's care and support and watching John cradle our newborn daughter in his arms signing a Welsh lulaby is a memory we will never forget.

Our sincere condolences to the Doig family. John always gave so much of himself. A truly amazing man who touched the lives of so many.

Our deepest sympathy to the Doig family. We are so grateful for Johns amazing care of our family over the past 28 years. The world has lost an outstanding and irreplaceable individual.

John was a legend and will live on in our hearts always.

Those who knew John whether patient, colleague and / or friend will be reflecting on how he influenced and touched their life.

John's dulcet voice, fine sense of humour, clever mind, camaraderie and outstanding clinical contribution will be sorely missed.

As an organisation, Endometriosis NZ is deeply indebted to the commitment John made over 20 years and his contribution will be valued and remembered forever.

We say farewell to a dear colleague and friend whose influence will continue to guide and inspire, to improve health outcomes for girls and women and their families.

Our sincere condolences to Susie and the Doig family.

Deborah Bush and the Endometriosis NZ Trust Board

Dear Doig Family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I have wonderful memories of time with all of you. John had such a great sense of humor and was always kind to me. My thoughts are with you.

I remember so well John as my registrar and teacher
In 1977 at Marley House. What he taught me came mostly from his humanity which shone as a beacon in a sterile world. I was and am profoundly grateful. His heart lives on.
My deep condolences to his family who shared him with so many.

So sad to learn of Johns untimely death-a wonderful colleague for 45 years. Loved referring patients to him and telling them what great hands they would be in. Suzy and family, our thoughts are with you- see you on the 10th. Love Kay and Kevin Hill

Dearest Doig Family, My late Wife and I first had contact with the incredible John in 1987, unfortunatly the end result was not good and we had a bueatiful stillborn girl, Sara. Chris and I always felt that we always received specail attention from John and happily two years later he delivered our youngest Son Nic! I will always have the fondest memories of John's humour and yes his beautifull singing. John, you will be sadly missed by all the people you helped thoughout your brilliant career, but sadly not as much as the wonderful family you leave behind. Rest in peace you incredible man!!!

Dear the Doig family. I am saddened to hear of your loss. John was a wonderful man who helped me achieve my dream of having a family and for that I will always be greatfull to him. The medical profession has lost a true legend.

So sorry to have lost John a most amazing doctor, always smiling and helpful. My thoughts are with his family.

RIP John

RIP John. We first met when I was 14 years old (now 46) and I had endometriosis, u treated me for years, looked after me through my pregnancy with my now 21 year old daughter to then continue to treat her when she was 16. I will miss seeing your smiling face and great sense of humor. My condolences to the Doig family, John was a very special man.

My condolences to the Doig family. John touched us over 24 years ago, saving the life of my first born son. Forever I will remember that and be very grateful. We continue to enjoy him and his two brothers as well, all Doig babies. To Johns family be proud, very proud.
Steve Page

To Sue and The Doig Family,
John was an amazing man. I met John some 20 odd years ago as a frightened woman with a diagnosis that no-one could tell me a lot about. I met this man who gave me a hug and told me it wasn't as bad as it seemed and there were things we could try. Over the next 20 yrs I had many hugs, heard johns singing, probably bruised his hand while hews holding onto mine in theatre, also laughed with his design at his examination chair that proved to be the best thing that allowed him to continue working. He helped me come to a decision that not many women could want to come to and not being able to have children versus the quality of life, and it proved to be the best decision I ever made. He was a kind man, with a huge heart, an amazing knowledge who strived to fight every battle a woman had until all hurdles were overcome. RIP John.

To John's family, we are as a family are deeply saddened on the passing of John your Husband, Father and Grandfather.
Do us he was a special Doctor with amazing compassion and skill, who treated four in our family and for who we would no doubt not have Grandchildren.An amazing Doctor who cared so much. We thank you for sharing him with us.

Sincere Sympathy to you all,
The Harris Family, Marlborough.

The only Specialist who wouldn't treat you like a number and made you feel like you were his only patient! He made me laugh at the peak of Labour!! So sorry to hear of your passing, you were a wonderful wonderful man! Tina Mauger

I remember John as one of the nicest people I've met. So kind and gentle, always with a brilliant humour. He delivered my son Jack, my wife and I have a lot to thank him for.
My sympathy to all the Doig family.

I am so saddened to hear of the loss of John. Too young to die and taken from his family too soon when he had given so much to others. I will never forget you John Doig. Thanks to you we are a family... our two children now 20 & 18. A genuine, truly caring doctor to his patients. Remembered always....

Dear John, I'm so devastated that you didn't get your much wished for retirement with your family.
You were the most exceptional man of medicine, I ever encountered during my 30 year battle.
I will always treasure the lovely hugs and absolute commitment to helping me survive. You always went out to bat for me and never gave up until you got results! When you were there, I felt so safe and able to endure just one more battle! You held my hand in theatre and sang!! Because of your dedication, my life was saved over and over. John, you will always be in my heart. Thank you for being the most compassionate surgeon. You will be missed forever, totally irreplaceable, a true legend. My heart goes out to your family. You just gave so much to us, your patients and now it was their time.....how incredibly unfair.
You will always be a testament to what an outstanding consultant looks like... you, and in my 30 years of treatment, only you.
Thank you John, for giving me life. With much love always.

Dearest Susie, Roger, David, Stephen, Katherine, Quentin, Hamish, Jane and families, I am deeply sorry to hear of John's passing and to realize the shock and grief you will be experiencing. I too feel profound sadness mixed with enormous gratitude for the blessing of knowing John over some 40 years.
Memories of John's chuckle, his sense of humour, his singing, his gentle, loving soul, and his wisdom will always live in the remembrance of everyone privileged to know him.
In London, I have lit a candle and I am reaching out to each of you, and John, with love.

How very sad, taken far too soon. You will always be remembered as a great man who helped many families, especially mine.

The last time I saw you John you crossed lanes in the pool to give me a hug and ask how I was doing. What a humble, gentle and caring man with such a lovely smile. With sympathy to the Doig family and thanks to you for sharing him with us. Thank you John for all you did for me and our family. Rest in Peace.

The Doig Family
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Always enjoyed John's company.
Sue and family our thoughts are with you.
The Baylis Family

John--- You are a great mate and colleague fom many years Our hearts go out to Suzy and your family Enjoy your rest - lots os love from Bill and Julie Ridley Darwin

Such a special special man taken far too soon, thank you for everything you did for me over the years and our little chats. Rest in Peace John and condolences to the family.

My condolences to the Doig family on the loss of such a magnificent man
A gentleman,a scholar and a wit ,who had the most glorious of singing voices that could bring one to tears
A truly special doctor who seemed to follow the principle of treating each of his patients as if they were a family member I.e respect caring and humanity. Any interaction with him left you with a warm fuzzy feeling of someone who genuinely cared .
May his legacy of what it is to be a good human being live on in the practice and lives of all who knew and admired him
Rest in peace

Dear Susan and family, We so very sad to learn of the loss of dear John. Such as special person to so many. He was so much more than just a doctor, he was also a special friend and always there when needed. Our thoughts and love go out to you all at this very sad time. Much love Brian, Nico, Lucy,Annabel(deceased)& Pippa Atkinson. Hanmer Springs.

My heartfelt sympathies to the Doig family at this incredibly sad time.
I have known John for 30 years, he delivered my four sons safely into this world, and cared for me through numerous emotional hurdles, always available with his warm caring heart and welcoming smile.
Rest in peace John and thank-you for everything.
'To live in hearts we leave behind Is not to die'

Thank you John for delivering my beautiful daughter; and for the special care you always gave to me and my family. Rest in peace..

So sorry to hear of the sudden loss of John. Pleased we were able to catch up only a month ago after sharing 3 years at varsity together some 40 odd years ago. My condolences to the family.

With much love, great affection and our deepest sympathies

Many thanks to the Doig Family for sharing your husband, father and grandad so that he could help so many.
We are forever grateful and blessed for the help and love John showed to us. Richard,Wendy and Sam Wormald.

I hope John finds the peaceful, restful place he deserves. By the time I found John I had nothing left to go on but he fought for me. He gave me my health but he also restored my faith and trust in humanity. I am so very sorry for your loss and the loss to any sick young girls in the future who won't have him as a champion in their corner or their soft place to fall. He was an amazing wonderful man. My thoughts are with your family.

To the Doig family -- We are so sorry for your loss and send aroha and prayers to you and your family. Roger and Lucy, we think of you and stand in support of you. With sympathy-- Faith and Scott

Dear Susie and family sending our deepest love and sincere condolences to you all. Many many fond memories, many laughs, the music, his caring compassionate manner and most importantly his love for you and his family. John will be sadly missed by everyone who had the privilege to know him. Lots of Love Jan(nee Booker) and Lauren Henderson xxxxxxxxx

So sad to hear of the great loss of my
wonderful Doctor John Doig. He made myself, Richard and Sam the happiest family in the World. John helped give Richard and I our beautiful son Sam. He operated on me more times than he would have liked. He treated me and my family with true love careing and the utmost respect.
Rest easy now John your wonderful work here is complete. You have made this world a better place for being in it. All our love thanks to you. Richard, Wendy and Sam Wormald.

RIP John Doig... you were an amazing man who helped a lot of people and will be greatly missed.

John was an exceptional person. He played a huge role in me achieving wellness and I am forever grateful for that. I'm saddened by the fact his family have been robbed of more time with him. The world has lost an amazing soul with his passing. Sending my love.

John was a special man whom played a huge part in my life, to which I am internally grateful. John's sense of humour, compassion, and caring nature made him truely unique. My deepest sympathy to Susie,family, friends and colleagues. So dearly missed, treasured memories kept forever. Love Always Karen Fogarty

DOIG, John Roger — The staff at Oxford Clinic Women’s Health in addition to the staff of the former Oxford Clinic Hospital along with your colleagues, friends and patients, bid you farewell. You have been a wonderful friend, confidant and clinician over your many years of service and your part in improving gynaecological services in Christchurch and wider New Zealand will never be forgotten. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Susan and your family of whom you were always so proud.
The song
“O Flower of Scotland”
will always mean so much more from this day on.

DOIG John — Farewell to our dear colleague and friend. Your 20 year commitment and contribution to Endometriosis NZ will be sorely missed and remembered forever. Condolences to Susie and the family.
— Endometriosis NZ Trust Board.

DOIG, John Roger — John was a very special brother, brother-in-law, and Uncle to the late Christopher, Suzanne, Luke and Shannon; Quentin, Faye, Richard and Alice, Michael and Anneliese, and Jonathan; Hamish, Karen, Nick and Sarah, Courtney and Chris.
He had a big heart which touched us all.

DOIG, John Roger —
We extend heartfelt condolences to Susie and the Doig family on the sad loss of John. He has been a huge part of our lives over many decades and will leave a great void. The memories of our precious times together will be treasured forever.
‘The loss is immeasurable but also immeasurable is the love left behind.’
Dayle and Louise Hadlee and family.

DOIG, John Roger — A sad farewell to a dearly loved brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle and friend. You always cared and supported us at all times.
— With love from Jane, Rachel and Steve, Paul and Talia, Brendon and Olivia, and their families.